Safety information

To help ensure that all participants have a safe and enjoyable day at the Vhi Women’s Mini Marathon, please familiarise yourself with and follow our guidelines:

• No large bags, backpacks or suitcases will be allowed at the event.

• Always be aware of your surroundings and your nearest exit routes.

• We ask you to take care and listen out for important safety announcements during the race.

• Always make sure that the laces on your shoes are tied properly so you do not trip and fall.

• Take note of the terrain you are standing on in case it is wet, slippery or hazardous in any way.

• Participants are not permitted to bring banners, flags or any other similar items to the race. Any signs brought onto the course will be confiscated for the duration of the race.

• Sweatshirts, t-shirts, space blankets and refuse sacks are often discarded before the race and during the race and can create a tripping hazard. If you are discarding items of clothing or such like, please ensure they will not cause a problem for other participants.

• Do not climb on any temporary surfaces or barriers etc.

• No buggies, pushchairs, prams, scooters, motorised vehicles, motorised devices, baby slings, baby carriers or dogs/pets of any kind are permitted on the physical course for health and safety reasons.

• Please ensure you drink plenty of water before and during the race to stay hydrated (see course map for water station locations).

• Please make sure you are adequately equipped for the weather and have enough water and sunscreen.

• By the direction of An Garda Siochana, the use of bicycles, other than official bicycles, on the course during the event is strictly forbidden.

• There are Order of Malta First Aid stations located along the route – see the Course Route map for details.